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4*-star property · SANTA BARBARA

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

800 Alvarado Place, SANTA BARBARA

4* star rating 4*-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Gym
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
About this hotel

Indulge in a full-service spa experience with massages, body treatments, and facials. For recreation, enjoy the outdoor pool, sauna, and 24-hour fitness center. This colonial hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). A complimentary beach shuttle provides easy access to the shore. Savor Californian cuisine at The Dining Room, one of the hotel's two restaurants, or enjoy r…

Indulge in a full-service spa experience with massages, body treatments, and facials. For recreation, enjoy the outdoor pool, sauna, and 24-hour fitness center. This colonial hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). A complimentary beach shuttle provides easy access to the shore. Savor Californian cuisine at The Dining Room, one of the hotel's two restaurants, or enjoy room service during limited hours. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available daily (7 AM to 10:30 AM, for a fee). Amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event? The hotel boasts 32, 292 square feet (3, 000 square meters) of event space, including conference space and seven meeting rooms. The 92 individually decorated guest rooms feature iPod docking stations, flat-screen televisions with cable programming, down comforters, premium bedding, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Located near Mission Santa Barbara (0. 8 mi), Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra (0. 9 mi), the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum (0. 9 mi), and other attractions.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 16:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Large pets allowed (over 5 kg) USD 150.00 Garage USD 40.00 Transfer service charge applies Spa centre charge applies Fax charge applies Concierge charge applies Projector charge applies Late Check-out charge applies Non-smoking establishment charge applies Airport Shuttle charge applies Early Check-in charge applies Bellboy service charge applies Bar charge applies Babysitting service charge applies Outdoor freshwater pool charge applies Indoor freshwater pool charge applies Car park charge applies Fitness charge applies Medical service charge applies Breakfast a la carte charge applies Game room charge applies
Amenities & services

103 facilities across 9 categories.

Facilities
41
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Room service
  • Medical service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Bicycle storage
  • Car park
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Garage
  • Sun terrace
  • Gym
  • Babysitting service
  • Transfer service
  • Secure parking
  • Multilingual staff
  • Newspapers
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Luggage room
  • Valet parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Late Check-out
  • Library
  • Electric kettle (1)
  • Bikes available (14)
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Concierge
Sports
15
  • Jet ski
  • Diving
  • Windsurfing
  • Sailing
  • Canoeing
  • Squash
  • Aerobics
  • Fitness
  • Archery
  • Cycling / mountain biking
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling alley
  • Surfing
  • Badminton
  • Snowboarding
Meals
13
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Continental breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu dinner
  • Snacks
  • Special dietary options
  • Picnic
  • Brunch
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Breakfast a la carte
Location
8
  • Number of floors (main building)
  • Total number of rooms (92)
  • Single rooms (82)
  • Double rooms
  • Junior suites (9)
  • Suites
  • Bungalows (32)
  • Accessible rooms (5)
Catering
8
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Breakfast room
Entertainment
7
  • Casino
  • Game room
  • Children playground
  • Indoor freshwater pool
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
Business
6
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room (7)
  • Projector
  • Fax
  • Printer
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
Health
4
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
  • Spa centre
Hotel type
1
  • resort
Room types at this hotel

31 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Bun · King
Sleeps 1–9
Bun · Standard
Sleeps 1–9
Double · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Deluxe · King
Sleeps 1–4
Double · King
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Kg 1
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Kg Pe
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Kg Su
Sleeps 1–4
Dbt · Su
Sleeps 1–6
Dus · Su
Sleeps 1–2
Roo · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–2
Roo · Dx 1
Sleeps 1–10

+ 19 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

800 Alvarado Place, SANTA BARBARA

Distance from key points
  • City centre
  • Beach
  • Harbour
  • Airport
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 16:00
  • Check-outUntil 12:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • EuroCard

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Early Check-in
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Single-Use Plastic Free
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered
Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara accepts American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara offer?

Key amenities at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Gym, Restaurant, Bar. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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